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Forum: Power Adders
07-05-2007, 08:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 562
Posted By jocool

Re: Anyone using P1-SC stop by please!

I'm running the P1sc and I am very pleased with it. I have just about every bolt on you can think of and believe with a good tune the car potentially could run mid 12s, but I'm not there yet. Right...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-01-2007, 11:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 532
Posted By jocool

Re: starter replacement

If you have headers or are planning on getting them then put some heat wrap on the starter and soleniod.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-30-2007, 10:56 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 600
Posted By jocool

Re: Bought 2 89 Formula 350's at once. Which one do I keep and why won't one start? N

What does the undercarriage look like on both cars. If the car doesn't rust away then anything can be rebuilt over the years. So can rust but it's alot of work.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-30-2007, 10:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,468
Posted By jocool

Re: top speed of 305

Top speed isn't determined by displacement.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-30-2007, 07:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 437
Posted By jocool

Re: OK the fun begins HELP

If you really want to know what the oil pressure is then the best way is to temporarily hook a mech gauge to it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-30-2007, 06:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 638
Posted By jocool

Re: Engine Hesitation after stopping - Code 44 Just Popped Up

I would first check fuel pressure. Hook a guage to the schrader valve check fuel pressure. If this checks ok then I would hook a vac guage to the fpr and see if it holds vac. Check this two things...
Forum: Power Adders
03-30-2007, 06:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,957
Posted By jocool

Re: procharger 12 rib?

Another idea is to take your adjustment down to the lowest or loosest point. Run a string around your pulleys, make it tight then tie it. Measure it or take it to the nearest parts store and have...
Forum: Power Adders
03-30-2007, 06:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,957
Posted By jocool

Re: procharger 12 rib?

The belt that came with my procharger was long as well. I unblolt the blower from the brace when removing and installing my belts.
Forum: Power Adders
03-30-2007, 06:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 659
Posted By jocool

Re: tpi nitrous kit help

I don't run nitrous. However alot of the guys I know prefer NX Express. If you are going to run a dry kit I wouldn't go with a very big shot. These kits depend on higher fuel pressure with your stock...
Forum: Power Adders
03-16-2007, 04:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 643
Posted By jocool

Ribbed side on drive or driven pulleys. Flat side...

Ribbed side on drive or driven pulleys. Flat side of belt on idler pulleys.
Forum: Power Adders
03-12-2007, 12:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 894
Posted By jocool

Also the internal step up gear ratio on the p1sc...

Also the internal step up gear ratio on the p1sc allows you bigger blower pulleys for more belt contact(less slippage). The p600b is probably a fine blower, but if given the choice I would go with...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-04-2007, 11:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 680
Posted By jocool

Is the car running yet? I still think you are...

Is the car running yet? I still think you are having an ignition problem. Check your firing order. Recheck your timing. You said-

but this is what I did...
I took the cap off and rotated the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-04-2007, 11:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 390
Posted By jocool

I would run 10w30 year round. That's what I use.

I would run 10w30 year round. That's what I use.
Forum: Power Adders
03-01-2007, 07:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 916
Posted By jocool

Wheelsup is right. Only other thing that would be...

Wheelsup is right. Only other thing that would be good to have but not necessary is a hot wire kit for your fuel pump. Get a tune that doesn't require the fmu. Maybe go even a little bigger on the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-21-2007, 09:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 526
Posted By jocool

I think the wire for my coolant temp gauge goes...

I think the wire for my coolant temp gauge goes to the sensor in the drivers side head and is green. All the switch in the head does is ground the wire which pegs the temp gauge.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-21-2007, 09:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 465
Posted By jocool

Any pipe cutter should work. They don't cost much...

Any pipe cutter should work. They don't cost much and are very small. Mine is about the size of a car lighter.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-21-2007, 09:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,335
Posted By jocool

These are all very good answers. I agree that you...

These are all very good answers. I agree that you need to make sure the car is at operating temp. They cat needs to be hot in order to operate. Make sure you take a trip down the highway in passing...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-19-2007, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 670
Posted By jocool

I'm sure you could find a torque spec for every...

I'm sure you could find a torque spec for every bolt on the car, but just get them tight. You don't have to go crazy with it just tight. Motor looks really nice!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2007, 09:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,069
Posted By jocool

If the check engine light came on then start...

If the check engine light came on then start there.Scan it with a reader or use the paper clip method.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2007, 10:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 390
Posted By jocool

Try this.LT1 to LT4 conversion kit.I'm not sure...

Try this.LT1 to LT4 conversion kit.I'm not sure how much power you would really make with that setup.However it should be a fun read for you and will give you something to base your build off of.

...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2007, 05:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 390
Posted By jocool

I just thought that I would mention that Summit...

I just thought that I would mention that Summit has a head and cam package for an lt1 that makes 425 horse.It's pretty pricy but you should look at it.It will give you ideas on what cam and head...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-04-2007, 01:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 771
Posted By jocool

Oh and just so we are clear, if your battery...

Oh and just so we are clear, if your battery tested good and has a good charge(12.4 volts minimum), then a bad alternator at this point will not cause a no run condition.If all of the above tests...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-04-2007, 01:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 771
Posted By jocool

Another thing to check is volts at the alternator...

Another thing to check is volts at the alternator post(not running it should read same volts or very close to the readings at the battery(this will help check the line from alternator to battery).
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-04-2007, 01:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 771
Posted By jocool

Well said riotpolice.The guys on here are giving...

Well said riotpolice.The guys on here are giving you alot of good information.It is normal for volts to drop around 10volts when cranking(when trying to actually start car-key all the way turned).You...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-04-2007, 12:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 898
Posted By jocool

Not the acc position.You need someone inside the...

Not the acc position.You need someone inside the car trying to start it while you check the line from the key to the soleniod.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-03-2007, 06:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,523
Posted By jocool

Yeah I think that High Tech Gm or another...

Yeah I think that High Tech Gm or another magazine did an article on this.It was called when good cams go bad.Anyway the test results showed that if you have a flat tappet cam rotella oil is the way...
Forum: Power Adders
02-03-2007, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 769
Posted By jocool

People do it both ways. I have mine after the...

People do it both ways. I have mine after the blower just before the throttle body.It runs good.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-03-2007, 03:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 898
Posted By jocool

Yes I had to do mine twice last year.I had to...

Yes I had to do mine twice last year.I had to drop the exhaust both times.If your exhaust is in good shape it's not so bad.
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Also, did you make sure that the starter is bad?Is the battery...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-02-2007, 05:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,523
Posted By jocool

If its a roller cam then you can put just 30w oil...

If its a roller cam then you can put just 30w oil on it and it will be fine. However I use the lube that comes with the cam.
Forum: Power Adders
02-02-2007, 12:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 749
Posted By jocool

Use the search feature(type in runner length and...

Use the search feature(type in runner length and boost). This way you can get some information from more than just me, there are some very knowledgeable people on here. Since you are not wanting to...
Forum: Power Adders
02-01-2007, 05:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 749
Posted By jocool

Absolutely, you can make that kind of power. How...

Absolutely, you can make that kind of power. How high do you want to rev your motor?How much do you want to push your stock bottom end?Whats wrong with the intake isn't how much it flows but in...
Forum: Power Adders
01-30-2007, 09:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 749
Posted By jocool

If you have the money for the blower now I would...

If you have the money for the blower now I would invest it in a nice forged short block. Get the blower later. However if your heart is set on getting the blower now then I would go with a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-28-2007, 09:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 468
Posted By jocool

As stated above, you need to check the fuel...

As stated above, you need to check the fuel pressure with a gauge. Thats where I would start.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-14-2007, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 585
Posted By jocool

Hey, I'm not sure on the size. If you don't get...

Hey, I'm not sure on the size. If you don't get anyhelp here then I would contact the parts department at your local dealer they are probably closed today though.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-02-2007, 07:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 604
Posted By jocool

Hey Justin, I am very interested in your struts...

Hey Justin, I am very interested in your struts and shocks. Do you still have them? Are the fronts and rears HD's? Would you be willing to do a COD?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-07-2006, 10:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 725
Posted By jocool

With the proper fuel gauge attachment you don't...

With the proper fuel gauge attachment you don't need to remove the core, however if you are just going to clamp a hose over it then all you need is a standard core remover for tires or ac or anything.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-07-2006, 06:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 393
Posted By jocool

If there is not a check engine light on then I...

If there is not a check engine light on then I would start with basic tune up stuff. Plugs,wires,cap&rotor.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-07-2006, 06:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 725
Posted By jocool

You say you know the fuel pump runs. Is this...

You say you know the fuel pump runs. Is this because you can hear it? If you squirt a little starting fluid into the throttle body will the car start? This will definately let you know that it is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-29-2006, 08:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 719
Posted By jocool

Does the car have a strong fuel odor, or is there...

Does the car have a strong fuel odor, or is there alot of smoke coming from the exhaust pipe? Look at the injectors while the car is running, you should see some fine mist coming from them. If they...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-29-2006, 07:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 719
Posted By jocool

Did the ses light ever come on? This might help...

Did the ses light ever come on? This might help in determining wether or not its a mechanical problem.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-29-2006, 05:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 415
Posted By jocool

A couple of easy things to try-Pour a little gas...

A couple of easy things to try-Pour a little gas or spray some ether into the engine just to be sure you are getting fuel. Next I would check firing order, and then I would loosen the distributor...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-28-2006, 11:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 596
Posted By jocool

I'm glad you figured it out.

I'm glad you figured it out.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-28-2006, 10:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,253
Posted By jocool

They can fail intermittently. It should set off...

They can fail intermittently. It should set off your ses light. I've seen them cause idle, and even transmission problems.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-28-2006, 09:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 542
Posted By jocool

Sorry I didn't get back sooner I've been very...

Sorry I didn't get back sooner I've been very busy. There are a few things that could cause your fuel pressure to fall off. It could be faulty injectors(not seated and allowing fuel to dump into...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-27-2006, 07:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 542
Posted By jocool

Supervisor42 is right. They key word is if the...

Supervisor42 is right. They key word is if the fuel pressure falls of Rapidly causing a no run condition then I would try what I stated earlier.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-27-2006, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 542
Posted By jocool

If you have a fuel pressure gauge hooked to the...

If you have a fuel pressure gauge hooked to the shrader valve and you are turning the key forward engine not cranking and you get fuel pressure anywhere around 40 psi and then it rapidly falls off...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-27-2006, 06:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,831
Posted By jocool

How did you determine that its a fuel problem?...

How did you determine that its a fuel problem? Did you hook up a fuel pressure gauge to the shrader valve? If so how much pressure?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-27-2006, 05:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 596
Posted By jocool

It has been awhile since I installed that kind of...

It has been awhile since I installed that kind of timing chain. Earlier I gave you wrong information. Sorry about that. There is only one mark,way to install the camshaft sprocket. However I believe...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-27-2006, 04:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 596
Posted By jocool

The only way to do it proper is to drop the oil...

The only way to do it proper is to drop the oil pan. If this is an aftermarket cam then some of these come ground 4 degrees advanced. Just thought I would mention it. Also don't forget to make sure...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-26-2006, 09:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 596
Posted By jocool

Just to be perfectly clear the crank sprocket and...

Just to be perfectly clear the crank sprocket and the cam sprocket both have 3 marks each on them so you must line up the same identical marks on both. This is where it confuses some people as it is...
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